I graduated with a triple A.S. degree in Exotic Animal Training and Management in 2008. I completed another A.A. degree in May 2010. Have now completed my B.S. degree at CMU.******

******I grew up in a little town in the middle of nowhere. I consider myself lucky: Stars. Farms. Pine trees. Tubing. Green grass. Camping. Lakes. Mud bogging. Seasons. Boating. Thunderstorms. My family. My friends. My old life that moved on without me.******

******Sometimes I forget how amazing my life really is. Even when it's not, it is. Seriously. How many people have had lemurs on theirs heads and hand-fed hippos and giraffes? Walked a raccoon on a leash and held a baby orangutan? Had a bobcat in their lap and scratched the belly of a hyena? Held a bald eagle and been peed on by a baby alligator? How many people will ever experience the unconditional love and complete trust of a wild animal? These are the moments I spent my whole life waiting for. These are the memories I will cherish for eternity.******

******I'm married to the most amazing man I have ever met. He understands me in ways I don't even understand myself. He is recently home from serving our country in the United States Army. Every day I have with him is better than the last. ♥ ******

******I forgive more than I should. I take things personally. I trust too much. I love unconditionally. I believe in second chances. I believe that some things happen for specific reasons. I believe that what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, but only if you learn from it. I'm the most outgoing insecure person you will ever meet. I'm convinced that laughter really is the best medicine.******

******I sing. In the car. In restaurants. At the dentist. At karaoke. I write poetry. I love love love to read. I'm a shameless flirt. I'm not afraid of boys and have been told that I intimidate other women. I'm addicted to sugar free bubble gum. I love being a natural redhead. I put more mileage on cars than anyone I know. I try to learn something new every day. I swing dance. Blues. Lindy. Charleston. Balboa. Anything. I can't get enough. I love music. Techno. I love night clubs. Dancing. I attempt to live every day to its fullest. I strive to be me no matter what. More and more I'm learning who I am.******